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Cristoforo Madruzzo, 1512-1587, Cardinal, Prince Bishop of Trent 1539, of Brixen 1542 [obverse]

Pier Paolo Galeotti

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a profile portrait of a man with a beard, facing left. His hair is styled in loose curls, and he is wearing a robe or cloak. The sculpture is a bas-relief featured on a coin or medallion made of bronze. The man's hair, facial features, and robe are intricately detailed. Engraved text surrounds the edge of the medallion.

Artwork Details

Date
1556
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3561 × 3561 px
Public Domain
Yes
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